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15 October

York University Observatory: Orionid Meteor Shower (first clear weeknight)

Come view the 2018 Orionid Meteor Shower with the Allan I. Carswell Observatory Team at York University! With up to 15 meteors visible every hour, multiple telescopes available for viewing celestial objects and a constellation tour, it will be a fun, astronomy filled night! Weather updates will be posted by 4:00pm on social media. Hope to see you there!
26 September

ASX Star Talk: Astronomical Alchemy

Calling all space enthusiasts! Come on down to ASX's first Star Talk of the school year on Wednesday, September 26th where U of T astrophysicist Dr. Maria R. Drout will be illuminating the origins of all the elements in the universe!
27 October

Toronto Space Apps Challenge 2018 Youth Program

Come use your hands and brains to learn about and explore through NASA's Space Apps Toronto Youth Program. As the official youth branch of the Toronto NASA Space Apps Challenge, youth ages 7–13 will explore and learn about space like never before.
18 October

Toronto Space Apps Challenge 2018 Hackathon

On the weekend of October 19th - 21st 2018, developers, makers, engineers and entrepreneurs will take on NASA-designed challenges, creating solutions that range from silly to serious, fantastical to feasible. Build a team, pick a challenge, and leverage your access to an extraordinary roster of mentors featuring past and present astronauts, aerospace engineers, and designers.
20 October
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26 October

UofT Planetarium: The Life and Death of Stars (SOLD OUT)

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:10pm The stars in the night sky seem unchanging and eternal, and have remained the same for the history of human civilization. However, over millions and billions of years, new stars are born, live out their long lives, and eventually die in a blaze of glory. In this show, we will be exploring the lives of stars by visiting stellar nurseries, supernova remnants and much more!
6 October

UofT Planetarium: The Life and Death of Stars (SOLD OUT)

Showtimes: 7:00pm, 8:10pm The stars in the night sky seem unchanging and eternal, and have remained the same for the history of human civilization. However, over millions and billions of years, new stars are born, live out their long lives, and eventually die in a blaze of glory. In this show, we will be exploring the lives of stars by visiting stellar nurseries, supernova remnants and much more!
19 September

Gerstein Library: Space Mythbusters

Demystify pop culture myths in astronomy, space, and extraterrestrial life. Hear the real story from real scientists! Come see fascinating presentations and join a discussion with interesting speakers at this special space-themed Science Literacy Week event.
19 September

BeSpatial: All Things Space

As part of Science Literacy week, we are excited to host a free fun hands-on experience that engages the public about space science topics. Learn how space science concepts are applicable to our daily lives and see the latest mission news from ranging from astronomy, geology to geography! Support your local cafe - Studio 89 in the process! This event is a partnership event hosted by BeSpatial Consulting, hERVOLUTION and Studio 89. Children, youth, adults and seniors can all drop in and participate!